2010: Don't ignore infertility, because this was the year that I knew something was not right. I let it stir inside me as I had only been married a year at this point. It was still early, but I still knew.
2011: Don't ignore infertility, because 2011 was the year I decided to take action. After a year on metformin, I heard of a IUI study locally that could give us the chance to achieve a pregnancy (and for free). Of course, I participated and had the best doctors and nurses. My reproductive system, had it's own plans though. At the end of 2011, we determined that IVF was our only option.
2012: Don't ignore infertility because you think it is too expensive to seek treatment. In the beginning of 2012, we told ourselves that we would probably never be able to afford IVF treatment. Until, I did some research into my insurance plans and demanded answers on coverage, I learned that my plan did in fact cover IVF at 90%. This was huge. This was also because I did not just sweep everything under the rug, I did not ignore it and I did not ignore my need to move forward with treatment.
Don't ignore infertility because you want to believe nothing is wrong or because you think it will be hard or too expensive. Educate yourself, know your options and be fearless in your plans. I think most importantly, don't let your family and close friends ignore your infertility. Talk about it, be open and receive that support that you do need whether you know it or not yet. You will need it.
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